On a Side Note…

Some years ago while working as a newspaper reporter, an editor dispatched me to cover the death of a local businessman who allegedly died under suspicious circumstances.

I used to work with this bloke who, in talking about the newspaper where we worked, talked about following the bouncing ball.

After speaking with the chief medical officer of the hospital where my son died, I realize we will never receive a straight answer about the circumstances leading to his death.

We live in a modern world. Anonymous posts, comments and reviews are very real threats to reputations today.

Whenever I stop to think about it, I’ve encountered an incredibly wide range of personalities. I’ve had great colleagues who cared and wanted me to succeed and terrible colleagues who wanted me to fail.

I cannot believe how unhinged this election is making people.

Clients, oftentimes try to remedy operational issues with PR. It is important for communicators to fully understand the situation before giving counsel and advice. And, just because a client wants something or a particular action does not mean they are right.

It seems there have been a state of public firings here lately. From an outsider’s perspective, there is a case to be made that none of the firings have been handled well.